2002 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 229 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
