2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C8 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
