1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 322 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
