1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2008 Proton Satria 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 546 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Caravan | Satria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
