2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
