2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C8 2005 Volkswagen Citi
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C8 Citi
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1422 cc
Horse Power 134 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1687 kg 857 kg
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 49 L


 

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