2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 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 G37 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C8 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
