2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C-Airdream and 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 328 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice. 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 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C-Airdream | Solstice |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 305 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |