2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
