2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 22 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 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Caravan | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |