1996 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX 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 70 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 862 kg more than 1996 Citroen AX. 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 1996 Citroen AX. 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen AX | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | AX | Dakota |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |