2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
