2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Primera | C8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
