2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1847 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
