2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 823 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. 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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Citroen | Proton |
Model | C8 | Saloon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |