2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 86 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C4 2011 Dodge Ram
Make Citroen Dodge
Model C4 Ram
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 552 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 98 L


 

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