2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (271 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
