2001 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
