2008 Citroen C8 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 2008 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C8 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | Contour |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1788 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |