2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 660 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
