2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
