1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 19 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 314 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 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Caravan | EX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
