2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 961 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Caravan | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |