1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 694 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Grand Caravan | Exige |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |