1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 429 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Durango |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
