2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Caravan | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |