1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
