2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 853 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | Duna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
