2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
