2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stratus | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
