2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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 146 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
