2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 705 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. 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 (285 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
