2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C8 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (207 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster 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 (285 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
