2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2002 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Caravan | Panda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |