2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 3 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 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C8 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
