2008 Ford GT vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | GT | C8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
