1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 52 kg more than 1993 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
