2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
