2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 389 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C8 | R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
