2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |
