2002 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 417 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 Acura NSX 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 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1847 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |