2003 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C8 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C8 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
