2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Citroen C8. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
