1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 149 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
