2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 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 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 884 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
