2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Caravan and 2003 Lancia Ypsilon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 840 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Caravan | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |