2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1996 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1996 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Caravan | Mille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
