2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 603 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Dodge |
| Model | Vectra | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
