2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Grand Caravan | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |