2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
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 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Croma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
