2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C8 and 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C8 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C8 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |