2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (407 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Xsara | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |