2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Citroen C8.
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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Vivaro | C8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
