2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 667 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
