2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen C8 and 1993 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C8 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |