2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2890 mm |