2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 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 66 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 590 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2635 mm |
