1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 155 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 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon 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 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| 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 | 142 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
