2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Xsara | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1769 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |