2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Caravan | Transporter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |