1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caravan | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
