2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C8 and 2004 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Citroen C8. 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 C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
