2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Caravan and 2001 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (235 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram.
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 Ram (447 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (313 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3530 mm |
