1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 15 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 736 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 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caravan | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
