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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 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 305 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 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. 2004 Porsche 911 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. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |