2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 609 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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 (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Forte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |