2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (314 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C8 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
