1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Ranger |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |