1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 940 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
