2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
