1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caravan | 306 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
