2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C8 (285 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
