1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Caravan | Suburban |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3350 mm |