2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Caravan | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
