2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Saab 93
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C8 and 2004 Saab 93 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C8 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Saab 93. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Saab 93. 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 Saab 93 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C8 | 2004 Saab 93 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | C8 | 93 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |