1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. 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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |