1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 197 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Xantia | Dakota |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |