1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Durango |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
