1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 938 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 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Caravan | Charger |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |