1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 49 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70.
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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan. 2013 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Caravan | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
