2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C6 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2008 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C6 | C8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |