2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Kalos | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
