2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 352 kg more 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C8 | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |