1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 93 kg more than 1999 Dodge 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Caravan | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Caravan | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |