2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 522 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Forte |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |