2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP) has 273 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C2 2006 Dodge Ram
Make Citroen Dodge
Model C2 Ram
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 5621 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 345 HP
Torque 118 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 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 6.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 129 L