2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
