2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 102 L |
