2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C1 and 2005 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 967 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. 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 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1. 2005 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
