2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 122 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.
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 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C8 | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1770 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |