2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 68 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 817 kg more than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |