2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica and 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Epica | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
