2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.

Because 1990 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Caravan 1990 Toyota Supra
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Caravan Supra
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2507 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 151 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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