2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 43 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
