2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
