2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caravan 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
