2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
