2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Lumina | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |