2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
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 Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sentra 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 47 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 739 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
