1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Strada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2718 mm |
