2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 751 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 Infiniti QX56 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 2010 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C8 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
