2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
