2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
