2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
