2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Multipla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
