1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1987 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C 15 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
