1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3078 mm |
