2010 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C8 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
