2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2835 mm |
