2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C8 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | C8 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |