2000 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 733 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2009 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Puma | C8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |