2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
