2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
