1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4080 mm |
