2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Caravan | J30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
