1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 392 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.

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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Trans Sport Grand Caravan
Year Released 1997 2007
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 183 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3040 mm


 

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