2002 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1879 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
