1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |