1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Saab 9000.
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 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 9000. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 9000. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Caravan | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
