1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | SS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
