2009 Audi A5 vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A5 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
