2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 7 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Caravan | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
