1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Caravan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |