2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. 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 58 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
