2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Serena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
