2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Honda S2000

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (240 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan 2008 Honda S2000
Make Dodge Honda
Model Grand Caravan S2000
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 237 HP
Torque 343 Nm 208 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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