2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. 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 9 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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 Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Grand Caravan | Montego |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |