2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Osee | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
