1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
