2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Ford F-350 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |