1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
Model | Chairman | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |