2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
