2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
