1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |