2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
