2004 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 501 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daewoo Chairman 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 2004 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Chairman | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Chairman | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
