2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
