2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C8 and 2004 Renault Megane 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Citroen C8.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C8 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C8 | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |