2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |