2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
