2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
