1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra CL 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, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Grand Caravan | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2040 mm |
