1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Caravan | Thesis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |