2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 561 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
