1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |