1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 670 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Grand Caravan | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2895 mm |