1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Nissan Rogue.
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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
