2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
