2002 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A6 (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2003 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
