1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 216 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
