1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 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 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 121 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 667 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
