1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Xantia | Dakota |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1536 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 |