1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 14 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Caravan | Q5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2807 mm |