1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 169 kg more than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Caravan | Dakota |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |