2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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 345 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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, 2007 BMW 325 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 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 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |