2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C4 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
