1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Caravan | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Caravan | Musso |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |