1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Livina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
