2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Pontiac Salsa
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
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 (313 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Pontiac Salsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Caravan | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
