2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Pacifica | C8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
