2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Dodge Caravan | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Caravan | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |