2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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 Grand Caravan (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1947 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Grand Caravan | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1947 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |