2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Caravan and 2000 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caravan | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |