1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 572 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2260 mm |
