2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C8 | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 314 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |