2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 995 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Panda | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 78 L |
