1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3078 mm |