2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Citroen C8

To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail and 2008 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.

Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8. 2008 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan X-Trail 2008 Citroen C8
Make Nissan Citroen
Model X-Trail C8
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2184 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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