2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 752 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
Model | C8 | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |