1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 807. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caravan | 807 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
