2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 969 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
