2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 2001 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
Model | Lanos | Caravan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |