2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caravan | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2915 mm |
