1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 441 kg more than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
