2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
