1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 289 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 2010 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caravan | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2639 mm |
