2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C8 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
