1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Because 2004 Maserati MC12 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 2004 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Caravan | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
