2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
