1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 45 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
