2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto 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 128 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 667 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen C8 | 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C8 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |