2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 586 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caravan | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
