2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
