2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick 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 29 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
