1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caravan | Cayman |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2416 mm |