2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C8 and 2009 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 883 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C8 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |