2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caravan and 2007 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
