2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Fiorino would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Fiorino | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
