2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C-Airdream and 2002 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Because 2002 Lexus IS 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 2002 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream, 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | C-Airdream | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
