2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. 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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
