2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C8 | DART |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
