2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 988 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Dodge | Citroen |
Model | Grand Caravan | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |