2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 6 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 330 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 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C-Airdream | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
