2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
