2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |