2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
