2007 Acura RL vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RL | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
