1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo 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 72 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
