2007 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LX. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 499 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | LX | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 76 L |
