2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Caravan | Musso |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |