1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3560 mm |
