1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 647 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2489 mm |
