1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan. 2008 Dodge Charger 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. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Charger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 258 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 | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
