2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 695 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | S2000 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
