1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Ford Royale
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
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, 1997 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Royale |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
