2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
