1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Caravan and 1999 Nissan Pickup were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Pickup |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |