2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 11 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 506 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caravan | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2615 mm |
