2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2615 mm |