1992 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 937 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. 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 (320 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
