1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 294 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
