1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 690 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2970 mm |
