2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 456 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Caravan | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
