2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Citroen C5

To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Ram 2010 Citroen C5
Make Dodge Citroen
Model Ram C5
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 1527 kg
Vehicle Length 5820 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 68 L


 

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