1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1995 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
