2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravan | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
