2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C8 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |