2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Caravan | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
