2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |