2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C8 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
