2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2006 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
