2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Touran | C8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
