2008 Citroen Multispace vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Multispace and 2008 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 536 kg more than 2008 Citroen Multispace.
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 Saturn Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Multispace. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Multispace.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Multispace | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | Multispace | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |