1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 611 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3160 mm |
