1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | CR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2202 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |