2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C8 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |
