1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 491 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
