2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2009 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |