2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
