2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 871 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8. 2007 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C8 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |