2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
