2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
