1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 292 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
