2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
