2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1997 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1997 Nissan Presea. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1997 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Presea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
