1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 321 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
