2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C8 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |