2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto.
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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Visto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |
