2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1 kg more than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Caravan | Rexton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |