2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 935 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Avella |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |