2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C8 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
