2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 408 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2004 Dodge Dakota
Make Citroen Dodge
Model C5 Dakota
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 91 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 83 L


 

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