2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 341 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 2003 Porsche Boxster. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
