1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 731 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Saxo | Dakota |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |