2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C-Airdream | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
