1996 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3078 mm |
