2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caravan | 147 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
