1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 307 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Altima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2675 mm |