2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Equinox | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |