2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 517 kg more than 2008 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C8 2010 Hyundai Terracan
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C8 Terracan
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 185 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L