2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna 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 27 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
