2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Avella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
