2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
