2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C8 and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2009 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C8 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |