2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caravan and 2007 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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 Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |