2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
