1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 12 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 127 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Caravan | Milan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |