2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 850 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
