2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 and 2008 Renault Clio 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 65 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 2008 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Clio 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
