2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 507 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |