2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 and 2008 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 115 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 709 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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 C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C8 | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C8 | C3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |