2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2002 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2002 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 61 L |
