2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2012 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Caravan | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
