1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
