2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2003 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
