2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
