1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
