2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 6 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C4 | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |