2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (314 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
