2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 339 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Caravan | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
