2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2002 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 844 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
