2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS 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 116 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS.
Because 2006 Lexus GS 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, 2006 Lexus GS 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, 2006 Lexus GS (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS 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 | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Grand Caravan | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |