2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 512 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |
