2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Equus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
