1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 16 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Caravan | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |