2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Renault Megane 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 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C8 | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |