2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Dodge Caravan. 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Carnival |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |