2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. 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 195 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 439 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 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 102 L |
