2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |