1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Caravan (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | 626 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |