1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
