1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 498 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caravan | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
