2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
