2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3300 mm |
