1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1066 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 2012 GMC Yukon 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 2012 GMC Yukon. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caravan | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
