2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2619 mm |