2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
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 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 671 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. 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, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
