2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
