2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 600 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |