2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
