1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Caravan | 75 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |