2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise 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 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Caravan | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 44 L |
