1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2002 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Grand Caravan | Durango |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |