2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C8 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model C8 CLS
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 531 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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