2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Because 2002 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Caravan | 360 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |