1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3340 mm |
