1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 13 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 417 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
