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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 223 kg more 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 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 | 2429 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
