2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 367 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |