2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 633 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | C8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
