2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 292 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
