2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1019 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C8 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Citroen Ford
Model C8 Crown Victoria
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L


 

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