2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C8 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C8 | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |