2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Royale |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
