2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 643 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
