2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (156 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Optra | C8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |