1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 807.
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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caravan | 807 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
