1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 279 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 Toyota Hilux 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 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Hilux |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |