2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 6 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C8 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Make Citroen Land Rover
Model C8 Range Rover Evoque
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 205 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1669 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4366 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1966 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1636 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2662 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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