1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 17 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 620 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caravan | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
