2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. 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, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
