2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 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 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C-Airdream 2006 Porsche 911
Make Citroen Porsche
Model C-Airdream 911
Year Released 2002 2006
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2946 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L