2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
