2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C8 | GT-R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |