2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 91 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 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C8 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
