2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 4 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 518 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Forte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |