2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 963 kg more than 2006 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | C8 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
