2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Hyundai XG 300
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG 300 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 248 kg more than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
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 Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Caravan | XG 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
