2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2002 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
