1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 254 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Aurora | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
