2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
