2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 219 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
