2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C-Airdream | Fusion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |