1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 314 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
