1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caravan | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
