2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 339 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | C-Airdream | Vue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
