1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 208 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
