2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 627 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
