1989 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2002 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
