2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Caravan | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Caravan | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |