1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 20 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 425 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | 6 series |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2855 mm |