2009 Dodge Journey vs. 1993 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2009 Dodge Journey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 1993 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Journey | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
