2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 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 181 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 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 | 2002 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Caravan | G35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
