2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A3 | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |