2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
