1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Caravan | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
