2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 Toyota Camry 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 84 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Grand Caravan Camry
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 156 HP
Torque 343 Nm 214 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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