2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (126 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. 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 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C8 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
