1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 292 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Retona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 205 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 | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
