2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 590 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (286 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
