1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 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 1999 Citroen Xantia. 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
