2008 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 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 101 kg more than 2008 BMW 745.
Because 2008 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1945 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
