2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |