2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 84 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |