2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 265 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C-Airdream | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
