2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 657 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2007 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2007 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
