1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge 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 Caravan (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Dardo | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
