2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 639 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Nissan Titan 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 2013 Nissan Titan. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C8 2013 Nissan Titan
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C8 Titan
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 98 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 2284 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 5704 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2019 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1895 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 106 L


 

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