2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |