1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Avella |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
