2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 4 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 667 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C8 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
