1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 463 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour.
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 (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Ford Contour | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Contour |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |