2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 97 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 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8. 2005 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | C8 | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |