2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE 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 101 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2001 Holden UTE 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 2001 Holden UTE. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE 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 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Grand Caravan | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
