1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 901 kg more than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Armada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3140 mm |
