2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2001 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2001 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C8 | Chairman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
