2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 10 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 748 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | C8 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |