2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C8 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |