2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 Citroen C8.
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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Equinox | C8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |