1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
