2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 2005 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caravan | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
