2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 273 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.
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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C8 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
Model | C8 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |