2007 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Mini | Dodge |
| Model | Cooper | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3078 mm |
