1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 19 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, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 95 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 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 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 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | 528 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2968 mm |