2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caravan | B |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
