2012 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2012 Dodge Durango and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP) has 218 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 999 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Dodge Durango 2012 Citroen C3
Make Dodge Citroen
Model Durango C3
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 72 HP
Torque 352 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 5-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2157 kg 1158 kg
Vehicle Length 5075 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1925 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1801 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3043 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 45 L


 

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