2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 28 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 364 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-Airdream | GTI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
