2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
