2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |