2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
