2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | PT Cruiser | C8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |