2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
