2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Caravan | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
