2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
