2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge 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 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Caravan | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |