2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1995 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1995 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
