1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 427 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caravan | Milan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
