1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
