2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (240 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 644 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
