2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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. Both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2008 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C8 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |