2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
