1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Caravan | Mariner |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |