2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Caravan | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
