2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 459 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3040 mm |
