1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Hyundai XG 300
To start off, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai XG 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caravan | XG 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
