1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, both vehicles can yield 183 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Caravan | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
