2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Exige. 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Exige | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Caravan | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 44 L |
