1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Fiat Panda 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
