2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C8 and 2004 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C8 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
