1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 583 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
