2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram.

Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C6 2000 Dodge Ram
Make Citroen Dodge
Model C6 Ram
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2721 cc 3906 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 205 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2790 mm


 

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