2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1547 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 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C-Airdream | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
