2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Trans Sport | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
