2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
