1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 873 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |