What is the Difference between Apache Cordova and PhoneGap?

Question

Hi I need to develop a simple application which is hybrid which runs in kitkat version of android. Since it is possible with PhoneGap 3.3 I have been trying to install it. <

Answer 1

PhoneGap is a distribution of Apache Cordova. You can think of Apache Cordova as the engine that powers PhoneGap, similar to how WebKit is the engine that powers Chrome or Safari.

For more details you can read these blogs

PhoneGap, Cordova, and what’s in a name?

And this question on stackoverflow

Is there a difference between PhoneGap and Cordova commands?