1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
