1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caravan | 407 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
