2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |