2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Mustang | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
