2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C8 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
