2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2006 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C8 | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |