1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Honda That
To start off, 2004 Honda That is newer by 8 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 883 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That 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, 2004 Honda That 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 (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Honda That | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | That |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
