2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 102 L |
