2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. Both 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007 Jeep Wrangler are equipped with a 3,778 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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.
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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Grand Caravan | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |