2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius.
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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Prius | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Prius | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |