2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
