2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
