2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C8 | EX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
