2003 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 3 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 BMW 520.
Because 2003 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
