1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 12 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 549 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Versa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2601 mm |
