1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 19 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 630 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 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Caravan | S6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2847 mm |
