1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra 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 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
