2009 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2008 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
