1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Caravan | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 441 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2912 mm |