1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caravan | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
