2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Durango | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3078 mm |