2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 5 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Maverick |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |