2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
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 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
