2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 9 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Caravan | Bravo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1367 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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |