2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 573 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C8 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |