1991 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Caravan | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Caravan | Korando |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
