2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 447 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
