2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (240 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2003 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2003 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
