2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
