1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
