2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Ford Tonka were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | Tonka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 814 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4200 mm |