1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 951 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Caravan | QX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3075 mm |
