1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 250 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |