2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Caravan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |