2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2788 mm |
