2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Armada | C8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |