2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 496 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rainier | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |