2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 573 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
