2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Uplander | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
