2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 119 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.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
