2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 28 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C8 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
