2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 Citroen C8.
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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2701 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
