2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 Skoda Superb.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Superb. 2006 Skoda Superb has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Superb will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C8 | Superb |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |