2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Caravan | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
