2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 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 64 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
