2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 166 kg more than 2001 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | Pilot |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |