2008 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | R8 | C8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |