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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 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. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
