2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 33 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
