2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
