2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
