1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | Tribute |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2619 mm |