1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
