2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
