1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 559 kg more than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Caravan | Touareg |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2893 mm |