1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Grand Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |