2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |