2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 196 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
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, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
