2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2890 mm |
