2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
