1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 334 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 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Caravan | G37 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
