2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Dakota | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
