2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8.

Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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 2011 Nissan Titan. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C8 2011 Nissan Titan
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C8 Titan
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 5549 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 106 L


 

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