1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
