2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 724 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Dodge | Daewoo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
