1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 181 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |