1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
