2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 560 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 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C-Airdream | Crown |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
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 | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |