2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
