2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C8 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |