2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Lexus LX
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 LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus LX 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 LX 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 LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX 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 LX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Caravan | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
