2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback 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 81 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback 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, 2000 Subaru Outback (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
