2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 19 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Captiva | Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |