2001 Dodge Neon vs. 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Neon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
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, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Neon | 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Neon | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
