2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C8 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |