Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0L V6 has been produced from January, 2007 to January, 2010. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 251 horsepower on 5750 rpm - this is the most powerfull Dodge Caravan 2007 - 2010 version and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 3900 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 290 000 and 490 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Dodge Caravan 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0L V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 179 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0L V6 fuel consumption is 12.4 litres per 100km (8.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Dodge Caravan 2007 - 2010 versions, city fuel economy - 14.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 10.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 76 litres or 20.08 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0L V6 technical data
| Model: | Dodge Caravan 4.0L V6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2007. January ... 2010. January | ||
| Engine: | 3952 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 251 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 3900 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 179 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.4 (combined) 14.7 (urban) 10.2 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 litres (20.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.14m (length) 1.95m (width) 1.75m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 7 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 748 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 3981 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0L V6 engine EGQ
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 3952 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 96 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 91 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0L V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
| Power | 250 - 255 HP ON 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 - 355 NM ON 3900 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Chrysler |
| Start of production (year) | 2006 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Chrysler Town & Country Chrysler Pacifica Volkswagen Routan |
All Dodge Caravan minivan [2007 - 2010] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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Dodge Caravan 2007 3.3L V6
Most fuel efficient version |
3.3 Petrol | 173 HP | 11.2 l/100km |
| Dodge Caravan 2007 3.8L V6 | 3.8 Petrol | 197 HP | 11.6 l/100km |
|
Dodge Caravan 2007 4.0L V6
Most powerfull version (251 HP) |
4.0 Petrol | 251 HP | 12.4 l/100km |