2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C2 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2850 mm |
