2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C2 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 129 L |
