2012 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Eos | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Eos | C8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
