2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 353 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Intrepid | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
