2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
