1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 (307 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Caravan | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
