2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Citroen C8.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C8 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C8 | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |