2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
