1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
