2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan. 2002 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Dodge Durango | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Caravan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |