1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 953 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 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Caravan | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
