1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Grand Caravan | CR-V |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |