2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2880 mm |
