1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 178 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Grand Caravan | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |