2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. Both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2010 Citroen C8 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.
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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
