2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 529 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
