2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
