2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
