1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. 1994 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
