1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 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 1 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 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 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
