2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Boxster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 336 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
