2004 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 11 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 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 85 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
