1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
