2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
