2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 421 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caravan | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |
