2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
