2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Picasso and 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Picasso | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |