1994 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 118 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
