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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 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. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
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 | 1560 cc | 2457 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 | 250 Nm | 196 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 | 1607 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |