2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Hummer H2

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2005 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hummer H2 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, 2005 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (495 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8. 2005 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C8 2005 Hummer H2
Make Citroen Hummer
Model C8 H2
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2177 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 325 HP
Torque 314 Nm 495 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 2904 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2070 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 2020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 121 L


 

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