1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |