2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 9 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 433 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Verano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
