2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
