2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8.
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 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
