1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |