2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 935 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 102 L |
