2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Voyager 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 42 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Voyager.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. 2001 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1999 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1999 Plymouth Voyager 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:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Caravan | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
