2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 44 kg more than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX 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 2011 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX 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 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Caravan | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
