2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
