1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Expedition |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3327 mm |